Accounting, Department of Accounting and Finance - Adjunct Faculty

University of Maryland Global Campus • Pearl City, HI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is seeking adjunct faculty to teach on-site in Pearl City, HI for its Accounting program. The specific courses for which faculty are sought include Principles of Accounting I (ACCT 220), Principles of Accounting II (ACCT 221), and Accounting Information Systems (ACCT 326). UMGC is one of 12 degree-granting institutions in the University System of Maryland (USM), operating as a mission-driven institution guided by seven core values, with "Students First" being paramount. The university serves approximately 90,000 students globally, primarily adult learners who balance careers, families, and other commitments. Roughly 80% of UMGC students work full-time, half are parents, and half are minority students. UMGC also holds a significant role as a higher education provider to the U.S. military, enrolling 55,000 active-duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, veterans, and family members annually, reflecting its strong military heritage and commitment. The adjunct faculty role at UMGC is designed for scholar-practitioners—professionals actively engaged in their fields who are also dedicated to educating the next generation. This role involves actively engaging students, guiding them in collaborative and project-based learning, providing constructive feedback, demonstrating current subject-matter expertise, and contributing to curricular improvements.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Accounting or a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning
• Professional experience in Accounting or related field
• This position is specifically to teach on-site at Pearl City, HI.
• If selected, candidates with international degrees may be required to submit a translation/degree evaluation from a NACES approved vendor.
• Successful completion of our online two-week new faculty orientation, FacDev 411, as a condition of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred
• Certification such as the CPA, CIA, CISA, or CFE

Responsibilities

• Actively engage students through frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed, and conveys a genuine energy and enthusiasm for their learning.
• Guide students in active collaboration and the application of their learning in problem- and project-based learning demonstrations.
• Provide rich and regular constructive feedback, utilizing rubrics effectively for the assessment of student work, and acknowledging student accomplishments.
• Demonstrate relevant and current subject-matter expertise, and help students connect concepts across their academic program.
• Provide feedback to your program chair on possible curricular improvements.

Benefits

• Health Coverage: Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date.
• Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees